Grades K-5 start in Rm 303 for Joyful Noise and move to their classrooms afterwards.
FELLOWSHIP OF THE BEAN
Adult Discussion Group 9:30AM | Library
SUNDAY MORNING BIBLE STUDY with Dr. Joe Modica
9:30AM | Fireside Room
COFFEE HOUR FELLOWSHIP
10:30AM | Connector
Join us in-between worship services , or afterwards on days with one service only.
CHILDREN’S CHOIR REHEARSAL
For children in Kindergarten - Grade 5 10:30AM | Room 303
YOUTH GROUP
For children in Grades 6-12 6:00PM - 8:00PM | Chapel
LOOKING AHEAD IN WORSHIP
Wednesday, February 18, 2026
7:00PM Worship
Rev. Katy Shevel Preaching
Ash Wednesday
Sunday, February 22, 2026
9:30AM & 11:00AM Worship Rev. Ryan Balsan Preaching First Sunday of Lent
PRAYER REQUESTS REQUESTS
Please hold the following in prayer: Carl, Dick & Sue Parker, Jane, Jess, John Pitocchelli, Kiki Ross, Lorraine, Lynda, Mayada, Nancy, Richard, Tom & family
To submit a prayer request, please visit waynepres.org or call the church office.
ORDER OF WORSHIP
Sunday, February 15, 2026
Sunday, February 2026 Day of Transfiguration
Prelude | John Grecia, organ
Allegro Non Troppo Felix Mendelssohn (1809-1847)
+ Call to Worship
Come, all you who are thirsty, come to the waters; and you who have no money, come, buy and eat! Come, buy wine and milk without money and without cost. Why spend money on what is not bread, and your labor on what does not satisfy?
Listen, listen to me, and eat what is good, and you will delight in the richest of fare. Give ear and come to me; listen, that you may live.
+ Hymn:
O Wondrous Sight, O Vision Fair + Please stand as you are able.
+ Call to Confession
WAREHAM
+ Prayer of Confession
Gracious and loving God, open our hearts so that we are able to admit to you the fullness of our lives – that which is beautiful and good, and that which is hurtful and hateful. We confess that we do not follow you in all that we do. We love with condition. We judge and condemn. We cast the first stone, and keep the logs in our own eyes. We do not turn to you as the source of our healing. Forgive us, we pray. Forgive our sin, and empower us to be imitators of Christ in love and service. Amen.
+ Declaration of Forgiveness
Friends in Christ, know this: the mercy of God is from everlasting to everlasting. Remember God’s surpassing grace and know: in Jesus Christ, we are forgiven. Amen.
+ Response of Praise
+ Passing of the Peace
The peace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with you. And also with you.
Words of Welcome
Prayer for Illumination
Scripture Reading | Isaiah 55:1-9
+ Hymn 415:
RESTORATION Come , Ye Sinners , Poor and Needy
Scripture Reading | Revelation 3:14-27
Anthem | Quartet + Choral Scholars
Exsultate Deo Alessandro Scarlatti (1660-1725)
Sing we merrily unto God our strength : make a cheerful noise unto the God of Jacob. Alleluia.
Sermon | “Taking the Temperature” | The Rev. Ryan Balsan
Time for Reflection
+ Affirmation of Faith | A selection from The Confession of 1967
The one sufficient revelation of God is Jesus Christ, the Word of God incarnate, to whom the Holy Spirit bears unique and authoritative witness through the Holy Scriptures, which are received and obeyed as the word of God written. The Scriptures are not a witness among others, but the witness without parallel. The church has received the books of the Old and New Testaments as prophetic and apostolic testimony in which it hears the word of God and by which its faith and obedience are nourished and regulated. The New Testament is the recorded testimony of apostles to the coming of the Messiah, Jesus of Nazareth, and the sending of the Holy Spirit to the Church. The Old Testament bears witness to God’s faithfulness in God’s covenant with Israel and points the way to the fulfillment of his purpose in Christ. The Old Testament is indispensable to understanding the New, and is not itself fully understood without the New. The Bible is to be interpreted in the light of its witness to God’s work of reconciliation in Christ. The Scriptures, given under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, are nevertheless the words of human beings, conditioned by the language, thought forms, and literary fashions of the places and times at which they were written. They reflect views of life, history, and the cosmos which were then current. The church, therefore, has an obligation to approach the Scriptures with literary and historical understanding. As God has spoken his word in diverse cultural situations, the church is confident that he will continue to speak through the Scriptures in a changing world and in every form of human culture. God’s word is spoken to the church today where the Scriptures are faithfully preached and attentively read in dependence on the illumination of the Holy Spirit and with readiness to receive their truth and direction.
Invitation to Gratitude
To donate online now, text the word GIVE to our church's Giving Number: (610) 819 - 4483, or scan the QR code on your smart phone. Please also feel free to give in-person in the baskets at the front of the Sanctuary.
I’ll Fly Away African American Spiritual | Setting: Brandon A. Boyd (b. 1984)
Some glad morning when this life is o ' er , I'll fly away. To a home on God's celestial shore , I'll fly away. When the shadows of this life have flown , I'll fly away. Like a bird from prison bars has flown , I'll fly away. I’ll fly away, O glory, I’ll fly away. When I die , hallelujah by and by, I’ll fly away, yes, I’ll fly away. Just a few more weary days and then , I'll fly away. To a land where joys shall never end , I'll fly away. When you see the lightnin’ flashin’ , when you hear the thunder crashin’ , when you see the stars are flashin’ , when you hear the chariot callin’ , I’ll fly away. Soon as I see my Savior , lay down my heavy burdens. Put on my robe in glory; shout and tell the story. When I die , hallelujah, by and by, O , I’ll fly away! - Albert E. Brumley (1905-1977)
Wrap-Up Discussions following Francis Collins Weekend
ANNOUNCEMENTS ANNOUNCEMENTS
LET YOUR LIGHT SHINE: AN INTERGENERATIONAL EVENT Hosted by WinGS. Women and girls of all ages are invited to come together for an afternoon of fun & fellowship on Sunday, February 22 at 12:00PM! Enjoy lunch and a lanternmaking activity in the Chapel. Childcare for children aged three and under, available upon request. Kindly, RSVP online by this evening.
FAMILY PROMISE HOST WEEK | VOLUNTEERS NEEDED!
Play a vital role in creating a safe and welcoming environment for families experiencing homelessness by volunteering during our next host week, March 1-8. Inspired by our mission to provide compassionate support and resources, your involvement can make a lasting difference. Sign-up online today. Have questions? Text Leslie Dudt at (610) 2562301, or email Stefanie Bischoff at sabischoff12@gmail.com.
THE ART OF BEEKEEPING: AN EVENT FOR SENIORS
On Sunday, March 8 at 12:00PM in the Fireside Room, Seniors are invited to a special presentation by David Silk, retired engineer, beekeeper, and author of the book, "Bee Parables." Mr. Silk’s work draws parallels between bee colonies and the Christian community. Intrigued? Please register online by March 2. Lunch will be provided. Space is limited! With questions, contact Margie McPherson at mcphemargie@gmail.com.
CASSEROLE MINISTRY
We’ve doubled our impact! Casserole Ministry is now meeting twice a month to prepare meals for our local food banks. Join us the third Friday of every month from 9:30AM-12:30PM and the fourth Monday of each month from 4:00PM-7:00PM. Sign-up online for our next gatherings on February 20 and 23 with the QR code below, and email Lynne Samson with questions or assistance signing up at: lynnesamson3@gmail.com. Thank you! th
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2026 LENTEN DEVOTIONALS: DISCIPLESHIP IN A DIVIDED AGE
Matthew’s Gospel invites us to consider how to live faithfully as Christ’s disciples in times of division and uncertainty. This year ’ s Lenten Devotional is written by Teri Ott, editor of Presbyterian Outlook, will be conveniently available to you digitally each week. Please contact Rev. Katy at katy@waynepres.org with any questions, or to receive a paper copy.
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DR. FRANCIS COLLINS
the longest-serving director of the National Institutes of Health (NIH) under three presidents and former leader of the international Human Genome Project
longest-serving director National Institutes Health presidents and former leader international Human Genome
Saturday, March 14 at 7:30PM
The Road to Wisdom: Gracious Conversations in a Contentious Age at Wayne Presbyterian Church Free to the public.
Doors open at 7:00PM
Registration requested, not required.
Sunday, March 15 at 11:00AM
The Conversation Continues: A Fireside Chat with Dr. Collins & Kristine Torjesen of BioLogos at Wayne Presbyterian Church Following 10:00AM Worship Brief Q&A and Brunch
For more information, please scan the QR code, orvisit waynepres.org. Register today! Register today!
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